Cable Hammer Curl vs Cable Preacher Curl
Which one fits your Biceps workout plan?
Contents
Planfit users log Cable Hammer Curl more often — 4,647 sessions vs 127. Compare Biceps form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Cable Hammer Curl and Cable Preacher Curl and pick the one that fits your Biceps workout.
Cable Hammer Curl vs Cable Preacher Curl: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Cable Hammer Curl more often — 4,647 sessions compared to 127 for Cable Preacher Curl.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Cable Hammer Curl and Cable Preacher Curl differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Cable Hammer Curl and Cable Preacher Curl Differ
| What differs | Cable Hammer Curl | Cable Preacher Curl |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 4,647 sessions | 127 sessions |
How to Do Cable Hammer Curl
Cable Hammer Curl Muscles Worked: Biceps
Form
- 1. Stand with your legs shoulder-width apart and grab the cable with your palms facing your body.
- 2. Fix your elbows at your sides, perpendicular to the ground, and bend your arms until the cable reaches shoulder height.
- 3. Keep your elbows and shoulders still while slowly lowering the cable, feeling the resistance.
- 4. Do not fully extend your arms; keep them slightly bent to maximize relaxation.
Coach's Tips
- Be careful not to move your wrist excessively and keep your elbow fixed.
For a full Cable Hammer Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Cable Hammer Curl exercise guide.
How to Do Cable Preacher Curl
Cable Preacher Curl Muscles Worked: Biceps
Form
- 1. Lift the cable handle while keeping your shoulders and elbows fixed.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
- 3. When lowering the cable handle, do not lower it completely; lower it just enough so that your biceps do not lose tension.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Keep your elbows off the pad.
- 2. Adjust the cable to prevent it from shaking.
For a full Cable Preacher Curl guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Cable Preacher Curl exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Biceps, Cable Hammer Curl or Cable Preacher Curl?
Planfit users log Cable Hammer Curl more often — 4,647 sessions against 127 for Cable Preacher Curl. Both train Biceps, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Cable Hammer Curl and Cable Preacher Curl need?
Cable Hammer Curl needs a machine, and Cable Preacher Curl needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Cable Hammer Curl is the easier place to start. Move to Cable Preacher Curl once your form holds up.
Stop Guessing Which One to Do
AI picks your workouts based on your goals, body type, and experience.
